CHIEF ECONOMIST OF THE ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK DR ALBERT PARK
LAUNCHES ASIAN DEVELOPMENT OUTLOOK SEPTEMBER 2024
at KIMEP UNIVERSITY
Date: 16 October 2024
Time: 11:30 – 13:00
Location: #220 Valikhanov Building, 4 Abay avenue, KIMEP University, Almaty
On 16 October 2024, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) delegation consisting of ADB Chief Economist Dr ALBERT PARK; ADB Kazakhstan Resident Mission Country Director Dr UTSAV KUMAR; and Mr GENADIY RAU, Senior Economics Officer, will present the latest edition of the ASIAN DEVELOPMENT OUTLOOK (ADO) to KIMEP faculty, students, guests and the general public.
11:30-12:00 Coffee-break and Networking
12:00-13:00 ADO September 2024 Launch Event
This is an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the leading experts on Asian economy whose insights shape the global discourse on economic development in Asia. The ADO report is widely recognized for its rigor and relevance and is essential for understanding the pressing economic and development challenges facing Asia’s developing countries as it provides critical forecasts that can influence future policies and strategies in the region.
Dr Albert Park – ADB Chief Economist, Director General of the Economic Research and Development Impact Department. As a top authority in economic research, Dr Park’s leadership influences development policies across Asia. His insights are crucial for grasping the economic dynamics affecting the region, and this is a rare opportunity to hear from a visionary in the field.
Dr Utsav Kumar – the Country Director for the ADB Kazakhstan Resident Mission. With over 15 years of experience at ADB, Dr Kumar has held significant roles in economic research and regional cooperation across South and Southeast Asia. Dr Kumar’s extensive expertise in economics and project programming supports ADB’s mission to foster sustainable development and reduce poverty in the region.
Mr Genadiy Rau – ADB Kazakhstan Resident Mission’s Senior Economics Officer. Mr. Rau will provide in-depth analyses of country-specific economic issues, enhancing our understanding of the practical implications of the ADO findings.
Don’t miss this opportunity! Join us as we delve into vital economic insights that will impact our community and beyond. We look forward to seeing you there!
The presentation is open to public and free of charge, but the number of seats is limited. Register to take part in the event: https://forms.gle/uiKV7ubA4jXqT4Xq6